1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Passat |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
